About the Recipe
Savor the cherry chocolate smoothie, a satisfying option for those who value wellness. This guilt free treat offers a solution to sugar cravings, in antioxidants and plant based protein that support muscle development and overall health.
Savor this cherry chocolate smoothie—nutritious, delicious, and perfect for muscle growth and wellness.
How it Can Help Your Fitness
Crafted with almond milk, frozen cherries, raw cacao powder, agave and plant based chocolate protein, this chocolate cherry smoothie combines taste, with health benefits. It's a choice for those looking to improve their health and fitness. This smoothie is an alternative to treats like milkshakes offering plenty of advantages while still being flavorful.
Almond milk serves as the foundation of this smoothie. Brings benefits. It's low in calories. Packed with nutrients like vitamin E, an antioxidant powerhouse. Unlike dairy milk almond milk is lactose free making it suitable for people with intolerance or dairy allergies. Its creamy consistency makes the smoothie satisfying and enjoyable to drink providing a base for the ingredients.
Frozen cherries not add sweetness but also offer a wealth of nutrients. They are high in vitamins A and C for function and healthy skin. Cherries have inflammatory properties and contain melatonin that can aid in regulating sleep—an important factor for recovery and overall health, among fitness enthusiasts.
Raw cacao powder contributes a chocolate flavor without the added sugars found in regular chocolate products.This smoothie is full of antioxidants, iron, magnesium and flavonoids that support heart health by improving blood circulation and reducing blood pressure. Cacao also triggers the brain to release endorphins giving you a natural mood boost that can help reduce sugar cravings
Adding agave brings a sweetness to the smoothie. Although it serves as a sugar substitute agave has a lower glycemic index than regular sugar, which means it doesn't cause a sudden spike in blood sugar levels. This makes the smoothie suitable for those watching their sugar intake like people with diabetes or those on a weight control program.
Nutrition Facts
Including chocolate plant based protein not only enriches the chocolate flavor. Also transforms the smoothie into a muscle building powerhouse. Plant based proteins are an option for those avoiding dairy or animal products as they provide all amino acids needed for muscle recovery and growth making this smoothie an ideal choice, for post workout recovery.
In summary a chocolate cherry smoothie made with these components is an satisfying indulgence that satisfies cravings while boosting your nutritional intake simultaneously. It offers a mix of antioxidants, proteins and glycemic sweeteners making it a great option, for those aiming to boost their health and fitness. This tasty choice serves as a substitute, for snacks.
Ingredients
1 Cup of Almond Milk
1 Cup of Frozen Cherries
1 Tbsp of Raw Cacao Powder
1 Tsp of Agave
1 Scoop of Chocolate Plant-Based
Protein By 1st Phorm
Steps
Combine all ingredients in a blender container.
Blend together until you have reached your desired smoothie consistency.
About the Author
Elina is the founder of Fitnello Fitness, as well as the Head ISSA Certified Trainer. She graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor's in Psychology.
Originally from Latvia, Elina moved to America with her family in 1998 at the age of 10. She is fluent in three languages - English, Ukrainian, and Russian. Her excitement and passion for fitness and nutrition has been evident from a young age. At just 14 years old, Elina already had dreams of becoming a dietitian to help those like her who struggled with self-image. Now, she has created MANY recipes for meals that will help you achieve your fitness goals in a healthy and delicious way.